Category Archives: Progressives

Firing Line Friday: Why Are Our Intellectuals So Dumb?

Posted on June 12, 2020 by The Political Hat

     In the hopes of encouraging a more civil, and illuminating, discourse, here is another episode of William F. Buckley, Jr.’s “Firing Line”.      While people who have actual expertise, knowledge, and demonstrable abilities ought not to be knocked down because they … Continue reading →

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Now Is NOT Time For Knee-Jerk Police Reform

Posted on June 11, 2020 by The Political Hat

     Apparently, if you oppose looting, then you hate Black people, at least according to the apologia from Vice.com. The author went so far as to justify looting as a necessary tool to effect social justice. “It’s really hard to defend … Continue reading →

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The Wokeness of Spreading Coronavirus via Riots

Posted on June 10, 2020 by The Political Hat

     Quite a few people have noticed that many people who were dead set on lockdowns until some cure is found are now championing the protests turned riots. There are plenty of people who have been consistent, with those who believe … Continue reading →

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Going Bald for Black Lives Matter?

Posted on June 9, 2020 by The Political Hat

     Are the White woke people going bald for #BlackLivesMatter?      Let’s find out!      This is tidbit came across on Twitter… Today I showed my solidarity for #blacklivesmatter by shaving my head in protest. #gobaldforblm i feel amazing pic.twitter.com/yNV44MsAca — MADDIE ❀ … Continue reading →

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Firing Line Friday: William Buckley Vs Gore Vidal

Posted on June 5, 2020 by The Political Hat

     In the hopes of encouraging a more civil, and illuminating, discourse, here is another episode of William F. Buckley, Jr.’s “Firing Line”.      Though not strictly “Firing Line”, this little exchange between William F. Buckley, Jr. and Gore Vidal shows how … Continue reading →

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Quick Takes – Anti-1st Amendment States: Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York

Posted on June 4, 2020 by The Political Hat

     Another “quick takes” on items where there is too little to say to make a complete article, but is still important enough to comment on.      The focus this time: Shut up, Unamerican Americans explained.      First, a little mood music:      Carrying … Continue reading →

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Fighting Fascism Means Fighting Those Who Have Fought Against Fascism???

Posted on June 2, 2020 by The Political Hat

     The death of George Floyd quite initially resulted in many on the Right condemning the actions of the police officer considered responsible for Floyd’s death, be that responsibility direct or indirect. Said officer has been arrested and is facing serious … Continue reading →

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Firing Line Friday: A Mini-Debate about Health Care: Part IV: Choice

Posted on May 29, 2020 by The Political Hat

     In the hopes of encouraging a more civil, and illuminating, discourse, here is another episode of William F. Buckley, Jr.’s “Firing Line”.      From Bernie Sanders’ “Medicare for All” proposal to calls to repeal not just Obamacare, but many other Federal … Continue reading →

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Quick Takes – Rejection of the Biological Binary: Menses Envy; Gender Neutral Toys; “Certain Genders”

Posted on May 28, 2020 by The Political Hat

     Another “quick takes” on items where there is too little to say to make a complete article, but is still important enough to comment on.      The focus this time: Two is the loneliest most unwoke number.      First, a little mood … Continue reading →

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Firing Line Friday: A Mini-Debate about Health Care: Part III: Quality Care

Posted on May 22, 2020 by The Political Hat

     In the hopes of encouraging a more civil, and illuminating, discourse, here is another episode of William F. Buckley, Jr.’s “Firing Line”.      From Bernie Sanders’ “Medicare for All” proposal to calls to repeal not just Obamacare, but many other Federal … Continue reading →

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